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Other/Hazardous Materials

DIYChemicals Potassium and Sodium Hydroxide Recalled for Packaging Hazard

Agency Publication Date: August 31, 2023
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Summary

Chemboys LLC is recalling about 200 units of its DIYChemicals potassium hydroxide and sodium hydroxide products because the packaging is not child-resistant, violating federal safety laws. These chemicals, often used for cleaning and soapmaking, were sold in bags ranging from 200 grams to 10 pounds. Additionally, the product labels are missing mandatory safety information. Consumers should immediately move the products to a safe, secure location and contact the company for free replacement child-resistant packaging and new labels.

Risk

The current packaging fails to meet child-resistant safety requirements, posing a significant risk of severe chemical burns and irritation to the skin and eyes if a child accesses the contents. No incidents or injuries have been reported to date.

What You Should Do

  1. This recall involves DIYChemicals potassium hydroxide (KOH Flake) and sodium hydroxide (NaOH) products sold in heat-sealed or resealable bags in sizes ranging from 200 grams to 10 pounds.
  2. Identify the affected products by the 'DIYChemicals' brand name printed on the front of the white packaging bags sold online between May 2021 and March 2023.
  3. Immediately store the recalled chemicals in a secure location out of the sight and reach of children to prevent accidental exposure.
  4. Contact Chemboys toll-free at 888-246-2697 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email recall@diychemicals.com, or visit https://diychemicals.com/recall_naohkoh/ to request free replacement child-resistant packaging and updated safety labels. All known purchasers are also being contacted directly by the firm.
  5. Call the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772 if you have additional questions regarding this recall.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ”งFree Repair

Consumers should immediately store the recalled products in a safe location out of sight and reach of children. Contact Chemboys to receive free replacement child resistant packaging and a new label. All known purchasers are being contacted directly by the firm.

Contact: Chemboys toll-free at 888-246-2697 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email recall@diychemicals.com or online at https://diychemicals.com/recall_naohkoh/ or www.diychemicals.com and click on "recall information" at the top of the page for more information.

Affected Products

Product: DIYChemicals Potassium Hydroxide (KOH Flake)by DIYChemicals
Variants: 200 gram to 10-pound sizes
Date Ranges: Sold May 2021 โ€” March 2023

Commonly used for soapmaking and cleaning; sold in heat-sealed or resealable bags.

Product: DIYChemicals Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH)by DIYChemicals
Variants: 200 gram to 10-pound sizes
Date Ranges: Sold May 2021 โ€” March 2023

Also called lye or caustic soda; sold in heat-sealed or resealable bags.

Product Images

Recalled Potassium Hydroxide (KOH Flake)

Recalled Potassium Hydroxide (KOH Flake)

Recalled Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH)

Recalled Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH)

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 23787
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Chemboys LLC, of Liberty, Texas
Sold By: DIYChemicals.com; Amazon.com; Ebay.com
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: About 200
Distributed To: Nationwide
Contact: Chemboys toll-free at 888-246-2697 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email recall@diychemicals.com or online at https://diychemicals.com/recall_naohkoh/ or www.diychemicals.com and click on "recall information" at the top of the page for more information.
Agency Last Updated: August 31, 2023

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